Mainframe Developer
$50.25 - $64.50/hr
MDAEdge is seeking a Mainframe Developer to develop, enhance, and support mission-critical applications on IBM z/OS. The role involves batch and online transaction processing, database work, testing ...
Mainframe Developer
$50.25 - $64.50/hr
MDAEdge is seeking a Mainframe Developer to develop, enhance, and support mission-critical applications on IBM z/OS. The role involves batch and online transaction processing, database work, testing ...
z/OS Systems Engineer
New York, NY · On-site
Hands-on experience supporting critical mainframe subsystems including CICS, IMS, JES2, IBM MQ, and Db2 for z/OS . * Advanced knowledge of RACF security administration , access controls, and ...
z/OS Systems Engineer
New York, NY · On-site
Hands-on experience supporting critical mainframe subsystems including CICS, IMS, JES2, IBM MQ, and Db2 for z/OS . * Advanced knowledge of RACF security administration , access controls, and ...
z/OS Systems Engineer
Denver, CO · On-site
Hands-on experience supporting critical mainframe subsystems including CICS, IMS, JES2, IBM MQ, and Db2 for z/OS . * Advanced knowledge of RACF security administration , access controls, and ...
z/OS Systems Engineer
Denver, CO · On-site
Hands-on experience supporting critical mainframe subsystems including CICS, IMS, JES2, IBM MQ, and Db2 for z/OS . * Advanced knowledge of RACF security administration , access controls, and ...
Skill 2 - 5 + Years of Exp in IBM z/OS operating systems and infrastructure Years of experience: Minimum of 8 years Role/Skill: Mainframe System Administrator/Mainframe Infrastructure Expert s:
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Skill 2 - 5 + Years of Exp in IBM z/OS operating systems and infrastructure Years of experience: Minimum of 8 years Role/Skill: Mainframe System Administrator/Mainframe Infrastructure Expert s:
z/OS Systems Engineer
Chicago, IL · On-site
Hands-on experience supporting critical mainframe subsystems including CICS, IMS, JES2, IBM MQ, and Db2 for z/OS . * Advanced knowledge of RACF security administration , access controls, and ...
z/OS Systems Engineer
Chicago, IL · On-site
Hands-on experience supporting critical mainframe subsystems including CICS, IMS, JES2, IBM MQ, and Db2 for z/OS . * Advanced knowledge of RACF security administration , access controls, and ...
z/OS Systems Engineer
Earth City, MO · On-site
Hands-on experience supporting critical mainframe subsystems including CICS, IMS, JES2, IBM MQ, and Db2 for z/OS . * Advanced knowledge of RACF security administration , access controls, and ...
z/OS Systems Engineer
Earth City, MO · On-site
Hands-on experience supporting critical mainframe subsystems including CICS, IMS, JES2, IBM MQ, and Db2 for z/OS . * Advanced knowledge of RACF security administration , access controls, and ...
z/OS Systems Engineer
Saint Paul, MN · On-site
Hands-on experience supporting critical mainframe subsystems including CICS, IMS, JES2, IBM MQ, and Db2 for z/OS . * Advanced knowledge of RACF security administration , access controls, and ...
z/OS Systems Engineer
Saint Paul, MN · On-site
Hands-on experience supporting critical mainframe subsystems including CICS, IMS, JES2, IBM MQ, and Db2 for z/OS . * Advanced knowledge of RACF security administration , access controls, and ...
Hands-on experience supporting critical mainframe subsystems including CICS, IMS, JES2, IBM MQ, and Db2 for z/OS . * Advanced knowledge of RACF security administration , access controls, and ...
Hands-on experience supporting critical mainframe subsystems including CICS, IMS, JES2, IBM MQ, and Db2 for z/OS . * Advanced knowledge of RACF security administration , access controls, and ...
z/OS Systems Engineer
Saint Paul, MN · On-site
Hands-on experience supporting critical mainframe subsystems including CICS, IMS, JES2, IBM MQ, and Db2 for z/OS . * Advanced knowledge of RACF security administration , access controls, and ...
z/OS Systems Engineer
Saint Paul, MN · On-site
Hands-on experience supporting critical mainframe subsystems including CICS, IMS, JES2, IBM MQ, and Db2 for z/OS . * Advanced knowledge of RACF security administration , access controls, and ...
z/OS Systems Engineer
Cupertino, CA · On-site
Hands-on experience supporting critical mainframe subsystems including CICS, IMS, JES2, IBM MQ, and Db2 for z/OS . * Advanced knowledge of RACF security administration , access controls, and ...
z/OS Systems Engineer
Cupertino, CA · On-site
Hands-on experience supporting critical mainframe subsystems including CICS, IMS, JES2, IBM MQ, and Db2 for z/OS . * Advanced knowledge of RACF security administration , access controls, and ...
z/OS Systems Engineer
Irving, TX · On-site
Hands-on experience supporting critical mainframe subsystems including CICS, IMS, JES2, IBM MQ, and Db2 for z/OS . * Advanced knowledge of RACF security administration , access controls, and ...
z/OS Systems Engineer
Irving, TX · On-site
Hands-on experience supporting critical mainframe subsystems including CICS, IMS, JES2, IBM MQ, and Db2 for z/OS . * Advanced knowledge of RACF security administration , access controls, and ...
z/OS Systems Engineer
Atlanta, GA · On-site
Hands-on experience supporting critical mainframe subsystems including CICS, IMS, JES2, IBM MQ, and Db2 for z/OS . * Advanced knowledge of RACF security administration , access controls, and ...
z/OS Systems Engineer
Atlanta, GA · On-site
Hands-on experience supporting critical mainframe subsystems including CICS, IMS, JES2, IBM MQ, and Db2 for z/OS . * Advanced knowledge of RACF security administration , access controls, and ...
z/OS Systems Engineer
Brookfield, WI · On-site
Hands-on experience supporting critical mainframe subsystems including CICS, IMS, JES2, IBM MQ, and Db2 for z/OS . * Advanced knowledge of RACF security administration , access controls, and ...
z/OS Systems Engineer
Brookfield, WI · On-site
Hands-on experience supporting critical mainframe subsystems including CICS, IMS, JES2, IBM MQ, and Db2 for z/OS . * Advanced knowledge of RACF security administration , access controls, and ...
z/OS Connect API Engineer
Columbus, OH · On-site
Columbus, OH (on site work) The z/OS Connect API Engineer is responsible for modernizing mainframe services through API enablement using IBM z/OS Connect. This role bridges traditional CICS/COBOL ...
z/OS Connect API Engineer
Columbus, OH · On-site
Columbus, OH (on site work) The z/OS Connect API Engineer is responsible for modernizing mainframe services through API enablement using IBM z/OS Connect. This role bridges traditional CICS/COBOL ...
SYSTEMS PROGRAMMER Z/OS
Boston, MA · Hybrid
Z/OS PRODUCT INSTALLATION & SUPPORT (CA PRODUCTS, IBM) * USER EXITS (REXX, COBOL, BAL/ASSEMBLER) * I/O CONFIGURATION EXPERTISE * Z/OS MAINFRAME PERFORMANCE AND TUNING * DEBUGGING SKILLS * STRONG ...
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SYSTEMS PROGRAMMER Z/OS
Boston, MA · Hybrid
Z/OS PRODUCT INSTALLATION & SUPPORT (CA PRODUCTS, IBM) * USER EXITS (REXX, COBOL, BAL/ASSEMBLER) * I/O CONFIGURATION EXPERTISE * Z/OS MAINFRAME PERFORMANCE AND TUNING * DEBUGGING SKILLS * STRONG ...
Mainframe Roles
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
Mainframe CICS System Administrator As a Mainframe CICS System Administrator, you'll solve complex ... System Administration & Maintenance: • Install, configure, and maintain IBM z/OS operating ...
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Mainframe Roles
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
Mainframe CICS System Administrator As a Mainframe CICS System Administrator, you'll solve complex ... System Administration & Maintenance: • Install, configure, and maintain IBM z/OS operating ...
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Z/OS Mainframe Programmer
Anderson, SC · On-site
$50.25 - $64/hr
Z/OS OPERATION Z/OS SUPPORT INCLUDING PROBLEM ANALYSIS AND RESOLUTION PROVIDE TECHNICAL SUPPORT OF THE MAINFRAME INFRASTRUCTURE TO PROVIDE HIGH QUALITY CUSTOMER SERVICE AND MEET SLA EXPECTATIONS.
Z/OS Mainframe Programmer
Anderson, SC · On-site
$50.25 - $64/hr
Z/OS OPERATION Z/OS SUPPORT INCLUDING PROBLEM ANALYSIS AND RESOLUTION PROVIDE TECHNICAL SUPPORT OF THE MAINFRAME INFRASTRUCTURE TO PROVIDE HIGH QUALITY CUSTOMER SERVICE AND MEET SLA EXPECTATIONS.
Mainframe Systems Engineer - z/OS Systems
Birmingham, AL · On-site
$51.50 - $65.50/hr
Configure IBM System Automation to actively monitor system tasks and processes, generating alerts ... Mainframe Systems : Strong proficiency in z/OS concepts, JES2, TSO, and ISPF. General knowledge of ...
Mainframe Systems Engineer - z/OS Systems
Birmingham, AL · On-site
$51.50 - $65.50/hr
Configure IBM System Automation to actively monitor system tasks and processes, generating alerts ... Mainframe Systems : Strong proficiency in z/OS concepts, JES2, TSO, and ISPF. General knowledge of ...
Z/OS PRODUCT INSTALLATION & SUPPORT (CA PRODUCTS, IBM) * USER EXITS (REXX, COBOL, BAL/ASSEMBLER) * I/O CONFIGURATION EXPERTISE * Z/OS MAINFRAME PERFORMANCE AND TUNING * DEBUGGING SKILLS * STRONG ...
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Z/OS PRODUCT INSTALLATION & SUPPORT (CA PRODUCTS, IBM) * USER EXITS (REXX, COBOL, BAL/ASSEMBLER) * I/O CONFIGURATION EXPERTISE * Z/OS MAINFRAME PERFORMANCE AND TUNING * DEBUGGING SKILLS * STRONG ...
... IBM) * Plan and execute z/OS upgrades , refreshes, and modernization initiatives * USER EXITS (REXX, COBOL, BAL/ASSEMBLER) * I/O CONFIGURATION EXPERTISE * Z/OS MAINFRAME PERFORMANCE AND TUNING
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... IBM) * Plan and execute z/OS upgrades , refreshes, and modernization initiatives * USER EXITS (REXX, COBOL, BAL/ASSEMBLER) * I/O CONFIGURATION EXPERTISE * Z/OS MAINFRAME PERFORMANCE AND TUNING
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$50.25 - $64.50/hr
Full-time
Posted 27 days ago
Job description
Job Summary:
MDAEdge is seeking a Mainframe Developer to develop, enhance, and support mission-critical applications on IBM z/OS. The role involves batch and online transaction processing, database work, testing, and production support.
Responsibilities:
• Design, develop, and maintain mainframe applications using COBOL (and/or PL/I), JCL, and related technologies.
• Develop and support batch processing jobs (job streams, scheduling coordination, restarts, abend handling).
• Build and maintain online applications using CICS and/or IMS TM, including transaction and screen/program changes.
• Develop and optimize data access using DB2 (SQL) and/or IMS DB; perform basic performance tuning as needed.
• Conduct impact analysis, estimate effort, and deliver enhancements/defect fixes through the SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle).
• Perform debugging, root-cause analysis, and resolution of production issues; participate in on-call/support rotations as required.
• Create and maintain technical documentation (program specs, job flows, runbooks, release notes).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (business, QA, operations, infrastructure) to ensure stable releases and successful deployments.
• Follow secure coding practices and comply with audit, access control, and data handling requirements.
Qualifications:
Required:
• Hands-on experience with IBM z/OS mainframe development.
• Strong proficiency in COBOL (or PL/I)
• Strong proficiency in JCL and batch job processing concepts
• Working experience with DB2 (SQL development and data handling) and/or IMS
• Experience with ISPF/TSO and ability to navigate datasets, job logs, and execution outputs
• Debugging and troubleshooting skills (including abend analysis)
• Understanding of SDLC practices, testing, and release/change processes
• Strong communication and documentation skills
Company:
The world doesn't have a talent shortage. It has a talent alignment problem. MDA Edge exists to fix that. Founded in , the company is headquartered in Sheridan, WY, US, , with a team of 51-200 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.
MDAEdge is seeking a Mainframe Developer to develop, enhance, and support mission-critical applications on IBM z/OS. The role involves batch and online transaction processing, database work, testing, and production support.
Responsibilities:
• Design, develop, and maintain mainframe applications using COBOL (and/or PL/I), JCL, and related technologies.
• Develop and support batch processing jobs (job streams, scheduling coordination, restarts, abend handling).
• Build and maintain online applications using CICS and/or IMS TM, including transaction and screen/program changes.
• Develop and optimize data access using DB2 (SQL) and/or IMS DB; perform basic performance tuning as needed.
• Conduct impact analysis, estimate effort, and deliver enhancements/defect fixes through the SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle).
• Perform debugging, root-cause analysis, and resolution of production issues; participate in on-call/support rotations as required.
• Create and maintain technical documentation (program specs, job flows, runbooks, release notes).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (business, QA, operations, infrastructure) to ensure stable releases and successful deployments.
• Follow secure coding practices and comply with audit, access control, and data handling requirements.
Qualifications:
Required:
• Hands-on experience with IBM z/OS mainframe development.
• Strong proficiency in COBOL (or PL/I)
• Strong proficiency in JCL and batch job processing concepts
• Working experience with DB2 (SQL development and data handling) and/or IMS
• Experience with ISPF/TSO and ability to navigate datasets, job logs, and execution outputs
• Debugging and troubleshooting skills (including abend analysis)
• Understanding of SDLC practices, testing, and release/change processes
• Strong communication and documentation skills
Company:
The world doesn't have a talent shortage. It has a talent alignment problem. MDA Edge exists to fix that. Founded in , the company is headquartered in Sheridan, WY, US, , with a team of 51-200 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.